as in natures
the set of qualities that makes a person, a group of people, or a thing different from others
had the feeling that the natives were of a different clay than us and that neither side would ever understand the other
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Recent Examples of clays
Whether between film premieres or a post-Sundance reprieve, titans flock to the lodge for backcountry exploits like sporting clays, horseback riding, axe-throwing, and fly fishing — or opt to be whisked off to the private ski lounge.
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Elycia Rubin, HollywoodReporter, 27 Jan. 2026
More advanced artists may enjoy more professional sculpting clays that allow for finer detail.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2026
Packed with potent actives, clays, and hydrating, soothing ingredients, these formulas have the power to improve skin tone, texture, signs of aging, and radiance in a matter of minutes.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2025
Since blemishes are closely tied to overactive oil glands, using a mask with these clays helps reduce one of the main triggers of acne.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 30 Sep. 2025
Altitudes range from 400-700m and contain varying quantities of volcanic tuff and calcareous clays.
—Paul Caputo, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
These clays can be used in construction to reduce the weight of concrete, improve thermal comfort in slabs, and even in gardening, turning a problematic coastal waste into a valuable, eco-friendly resource.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2025
Elycia Rubin, HollywoodReporter, 27 Jan. 2026
More advanced artists may enjoy more professional sculpting clays that allow for finer detail.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2026
Packed with potent actives, clays, and hydrating, soothing ingredients, these formulas have the power to improve skin tone, texture, signs of aging, and radiance in a matter of minutes.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2025
Since blemishes are closely tied to overactive oil glands, using a mask with these clays helps reduce one of the main triggers of acne.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 30 Sep. 2025
Altitudes range from 400-700m and contain varying quantities of volcanic tuff and calcareous clays.
—Paul Caputo, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
These clays can be used in construction to reduce the weight of concrete, improve thermal comfort in slabs, and even in gardening, turning a problematic coastal waste into a valuable, eco-friendly resource.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clays
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Hval’s restless melodies and at-times Proustian lyrics trail cigarette smoke or the fragrance of roses toward litanies of memory, all the while deconstructing the very natures of stage performance, recording technology, and digital existence.—
Jenn Pelly,
Time,
4 Dec. 2025
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The world features beautifully ethereal landscapes as well as industrial facilities that feel functional and fully realized despite their alien natures.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
2 Dec. 2025
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Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design took a different approach with the interiors of Dagger, combining a linear layout with natural tones and nine different types of wood.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
11 Feb. 2026
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Rarely averse to a pattern or pop of color, her latest coat look was a pleasant surprise, either a nod to the forthcoming Valentine’s Day holiday or a hopeful spin on springtime tones.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
11 Feb. 2026
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Most, if not all, of our clients are going out into the world as less than their whole selves out of necessity, as a survival tactic.—
Ashley Chalmers,
The Spruce,
11 Feb. 2026
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But not at the expense of potentially increasing the chances of hurting our October selves.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
11 Feb. 2026
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And many of the media companies have great monetization but don’t really have any of the big personalities and audiences was a really interesting point.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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The New York Giants rookie running back has become one of the most electric personalities in all of sports — and off the field, his relationship with influencer girlfriend Chloe Rodriguez is giving fans even more content to follow.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
11 Feb. 2026
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True to her signature flair for whimsy, Samuel brought in lots of playful elements featuring warm colors, bright patterns, and contemporary silhouettes.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
13 Feb. 2026
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Gap CashSoft Oversized Chunky Cardigan My daughters also loved this soft, chunky cardigan from Gap, available in multiple colors.—
Chaunie Brusie,
Parents,
13 Feb. 2026
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Thirty-seven states have Blaine Amendments in their constitutions.—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
5 Feb. 2026
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Modern authoritarianism does not announce itself with tanks in the streets or the suspension of constitutions.—
Alejandro Reyes,
Washington Post,
3 Feb. 2026
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Film adaptations like the 1939 version often leave out this second generation of characters.—
Becky Little,
Time,
13 Feb. 2026
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Louie’s death would affect all the characters who had grown close to him.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Clays.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clays. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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